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TESLA MOTORS AUSTRALIA, PTY LTD - TESLA Model 3 2019 - 2021

recall information

Recall number
REC-005008
Campaign number
SB-21-31-003
Original published date

make and model information

Make
TESLA
Model
Model 3
Year range
2019 - 2021
Affected units
106
Variant applicability
All variants within this model

Identifying features

VIN (Vehicle identification number)

What are the defects?

The front suspension lateral link bolts may not have been tightened sufficiently and may become loose or separate from the sub-frame. This could result in a loss of vehicle control.

What are the hazards?

A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of an accident, which may cause injury and/or death to vehicle occupants or other road users.

What should consumers do?

Owners of affected vehicles can contact Tesla through their Mobile-App and make arrangements with their nearest authorised Tesla Service to have the work carried out free of charge.
Supplier details
TESLA MOTORS AUSTRALIA, PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Contact name
Tesla Service
Contact phone
1800 64 6952

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product type